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It can have a significant impact on the quality of life of affected individuals. In many patients, minimal baseline investigations lead to an easily identifiable and treatable cause. In others, no cause can be identified even after extensive investigations in specialized cough clinics. This evidence-based review article outlines the approach to the adult patient presenting with chronic cough and focuses upon current management strategies in those with chronic idiopathic cough. 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